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Introduction
Health professionals recognize the benefits associated with a healthful
eating plan based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, including:
- Decreased risk of chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and certain cancers
- Decreased risk of overweight and obesity
- Decreased risk of micronutrient deficiencies
The challenge is translating this nutrition knowledge into strategies,
programs, and policies that can help Americans make healthier food choices.
The public is already flooded with nutrition and diet information from
multiple sources. As a result, they are sometimes confused about what, how
much, or even how often they should eat.
Nutrition professionals trying to influence dietary change must take into
account a person’s personal food preferences as well as their level of
awareness and interest in making healthier choices. In addition,
environmental factors within families, organizations, and communities must
be considered.
As these challenges are faced, science-based tools and information are
needed. CDC has compiled professional resources including:
- The latest nutrition surveillance data and trends
- Key nutritional guidelines
- CDC-supported programs and resources
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Food Safety |
Selected Resources
Weight Management Research to Practice
Series
The CDC Weight Management Research to Practice Series is designed to summarize
the science on a weight management topic for health professionals and the
lay audience.
FruitsandVeggiesMatter.gov
This Web site supports the "Fruits and Veggies - More Matters"
initiative, which encourages the consumption of fruits and
vegetables for improved public health. CDC developed and maintains
the site in partnership with federal agencies and other
organizations.
Celebrate National Farmers Market Week August 3—9
Farmers markets support local farming while providing you with lot of
fresh fruits and vegetables choices. Locate a farmers market in your area
using the Local
Harvest Web site.* For recipes, preparation tips and more, check out
Fruit & Veggies Matter.
Dietary Guidelines
for Americans 2005
Dietary Guidelines for Americans, published jointly by the
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of
Agriculture (USDA), provides advice about how good dietary habits for people
aged 2 years and older can promote health and reduce risk for major chronic
diseases.
Also available:
- A brochure for consumers:
Finding Your Way to a Healthier You: Based on the Dietary Guidelines for
Americans
(PDF-255K) - HHS' Toolkit for Health Professionals
MyPyramid
Plan
The new USDA food pyramid replaces "one size fits all" with a customizable
eating plan. Explore the new pyramid to learn about the food groups and to
see how much you need to eat.
Please note: Some of these publications are available for download only as *.pdf files. These files require Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to be viewed. Please review the information on downloading and using Acrobat Reader software.
* Links to non-Federal organizations found at this site are provided solely as a service to our users. These links do not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or their programs by CDC or the Federal Government, and none should be inferred. CDC is not responsible for the content of the individual organization Web pages found at these links.
Page last updated: July 15, 2008
Content Source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
